22 courses with the subject PMIN, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
PMIN 700Foundation for Doctoral Ministry (D.Min. Orientation)
This course is the D.Min. orientation and is designed to provide students with an overview of the program goals and objectives while also introducing students to skills, techniques, and interactive learning strategies related to the academic program, especially the ministry project/dissertation. Special emphasis will be given to biblical/theological reflection and research techniques as well as fundamental concepts related to spiritual formation and personal Christian leadership. (3 credit hours) Prerequisites: None
This course helps Christian leaders with spiritual formation to include assessment and development of core values, ethical leadership, personal confidence, relational health, and other issues that may inform one’s leadership. Spiritual renewal and discipleship system development will also be addressed.
Practical skills for catalyzing change within an organization are addressed to include casting vision, conducting strategic planning, project management (projects and processes), and system integration among practical ministry, strategic planning, and effective management. Outcomes include infusing
In this class the student will learn different methods of research analysis including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods. In addition, the nature of research in the context of ministry and the discipline of practical theology will be emphasized. (3 credit hours) Prerequisites: PMIN 700 (or concurrent)
PMIN 704Ministry Research Analyses (Redemptive Leadership)
In this class, the student will apply different methods of qualitative research analysis, including applied exegetical analysis. In addition, the nature of applied research in the context of ministry and the discipline of practical theology will be emphasized. (3 credit hours) Prerequisites: PMIN 700 (or concurrent)
PMIN 705Kingdom & Church Development (Planting Healthy Churches)
This course trains Christian leaders how to plant New Testament churches “in culture.” The various schools of church planting will be analyzed along with an evaluation of their strengths and weaknesses. The course will also develop more fully an understanding of the challenges and opportunities of 21st-century ministry within a church context to include setting realistic expectations and goals, dealing with church boards, marriage, children, finances, burn-out, stress, time management, church buildings, and more. (3 credit hours) Prerequisites: PMIN 700 (or concurrent)
PMIN 710Historical and Theological Foundations of Preaching and Teaching3
This course examines the evolution of preaching and teaching within Christian history, highlighting key figures, theological developments, and cultural influences. It provides a comprehensive understanding of how historical contexts have shaped modern practices.
This course is designed to equip students with the necessary skills that are required for reading, interpreting, and applying the Old Testament text. Particular attention is given to identifying and examining the wide range of literary genres, the cultural and historical background, and key theological themes located throughout the Old Testament. Further, students will be equipped to interpret the Old Testament text in a manner that shows thoughtful reflection and brings practical application to their contemporary ministry setting.
This course is designed to equip students with the necessary skills that are required for reading, interpreting, and applying the New Testament text. Particular attention is given to identifying and examining the literary genres, the cultural and historical background, and key theological themes located throughout the New Testament. Through critical examination and theological reflection, students will deepen their understanding of the New Testament and how it provides a basis for contemporary Christian thought and ministry formation.
This course explores global cultural dimension theory and the application of cultural intelligence in the context of global Christian leadership. This course further examines the connections between societal, organizational, cultural and leadership effectiveness.
This course explores contemporary theories and concepts of individual, dyadic, and group behavior within organizational contexts from a Christian perspective. This course further examines principles and applications for organizational design, motivation, and management strategies guided by biblical ethics.
This course focuses on innovative methods in sermon delivery that resonate with diverse, contemporary audiences. It teaches students how to effectively use exegetically sound narrative techniques to engage and inspire congregations and covers the structure, delivery, and impact of modern biblical preaching and
This independent study course is for special circumstances and requires approval from the program director. The student will research a topic related to their chosen focus area or related to the content or course outcomes of the course for which the self-study is a substitution. The student will work with the course faculty member to develop a course syllabus that includes the course outline and resource list.
Select theories of organizational leadership will be explored and applied to the context of effective 21st- century leadership in ministry. Theories will include servant leadership, transformational leadership, authentic leadership, as well as biblical issues for leadership. (3 credit hours) Prerequisites: PMIN 700 (or concurrent)
This course aims to equip students with advanced skills in exegetical analysis and interpretation of biblical texts. Through a combination of theoretical instruction and practical application, students will deepen their understanding of the historical, literary, and theological dimensions of Scripture, enabling them to apply these insights to contemporary ministry contexts.
This course explores the concept of groups and the behaviors that arise from the perspectives and dynamics within them. This course further examines small group dynamics in organizational leadership from a biblical perspective.
This practical course offers hands-on experience in sermon development and delivery. Students are provided with opportunities to craft and present sermons, receiving constructive feedback from peers and faculty. Emphasizing both content and presentation skills, the lab focuses on enhancing clarity, engagement, and theological depth in preaching.
This course is the initial course for the D.Min. culminating experience. Students will demonstrate the integration of class materials and application toward their personal and professional lives. Each student will submit a written mid-course exam to illustrate personal and professional transformation as a basis for an oral examination by the dissertation chairperson. The grade for this course will be either Pass or No Pass. (3 credit hours) Prerequisites: Completion of most non-dissertation coursework
This course is for first-year Doctor of Ministry students for developing a formal topic proposal for the student’s intended professional project practicum and project thesis/dissertation. Theological writing and research techniques will also be addressed. (3 credit hours) Prerequisites: Completion of most non- dissertation coursework
The student will synthesize the knowledge and skills learned throughout this program. This will be the development of a doctoral dissertation that incorporates original study and research using historical, critical, biblical and theological tools and analysis and focuses on a research-based solution to a problem in ministry. This capstone course must be taken in the final trimester of the program. The grade for this course will be either Pass or No Pass. (3 credit hours) Prerequisites: Completion of all non-dissertation coursework
PMIN 891D.Min. Dissertation Continuation I () (if needed)3
Continuation of PMIN 890 for students who do not finish the dissertation project in one trimester. The student will synthesize the knowledge and skills learned throughout this program. This will be the development of a doctoral dissertation that incorporates original study and research using historical, critical, biblical and theological tools and analysis and focuses on a research-based solution to a problem in ministry. This capstone course must be taken in the final trimester of the program. The grade for this course
PMIN 892D.Min. Dissertation Continuation II () (if needed)1
Continuation of PMIN 891 for students who do not finish the dissertation project after two trimesters. The student will synthesize the knowledge and skills learned throughout this program. This will be the development of a doctoral dissertation that incorporates original study and research using historical, critical, biblical and theological tools and analysis and focuses on a research-based solution to a problem in ministry. This capstone course must be taken in the final trimester of the program. The grade for this course will be either Pass or No Pass. (3 credit hours) Prerequisites: Completion of all coursework and PMIN.
